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Nice !
Definitely Bhutan is a step back in time. Tibet as you know has changed a lot over the years, especially since the train now connects it with the mainland (about a 30 hour trip from Shanghai where I live).
One thing I would prepare for your trip is lots of small packets of chocolate (M&M's/Snickers or what not). Helps with the altitude, and also is a great small gift to give to the apprentice monks you'll encounter. I also brought a whole big bag of disposable ball point pens (the ones with three colours, red/green/blue, in a single pen). These I gave to all the children I encountered in the villages/schools.
Here is a small view of life in the Dzongs
Dean
Recommendations for Montblanc travel watch?
One attraction I have for Montblanc timepieces is the magnificent mountain from which they draw their name and, I hope, their inspiration. Beautiful and majestic yes, but also solid, rugged, and even a bit dangerous... We're heading for Bhutan, the real S...
Timewalker Hemispheres or Voyager UTC...
42mm case, UTC indication. The only problem with the entire Timewalker series is the 3 bar water resistance, but I understand that has to do with the unique lug construction. There is also a discontinued Montblanc Sport GMT with a 41.5 mm case and 20 bar ...
great suggestions
I've seen several of the old Sport GMT watches online at great prices and usually in very nice condition. Bracelet adds heft that isn't really needed, but a nice watch to be sure, and rubber straps are easily found. It has a pleasing combination of classi...
The Sport Flyback is a nice watch.
The entire Sport series has a great look to it. I keep wishing that Montblanc made it a priority to produce at least 10 bar water resistance to the Timewalker series though.
two essentials
Yes, that would be nice. In fact, decent WR (I'll certainly accept your baseline of 10 bar or 100m) and anti-magnetism (for all the electronic devices we play with nowadays) should be considered the two essentials of all modern watches!
Not sure on the watch
But I am extremely envious. I would love to do that trek in one of the most beautiful countries on the planet. I did traverse the whole country in a 4x4 a couple of years back, but my favourite times were just spending whole afternoons in the Dzongs. Here...
beautiful photo!
Your b&w picture sets a great mood, like stepping back in time. I'm hoping that Bhutan still represents the unspoiled Himalaya, like Tibet must have been 100 years ago. In exchange for your well-wishes, I hope you enjoy a few pics from my last trip to...
Nice !
Definitely Bhutan is a step back in time. Tibet as you know has changed a lot over the years, especially since the train now connects it with the mainland (about a 30 hour trip from Shanghai where I live). One thing I would prepare for your trip is lots o...
That may have changed since your visit
as we were informed by our trip organizer that giving treats, including candy and pens, to children was forbidden in Bhutan. This apparently to discourage the begging culture that has afflicted some rural Tibetan towns.
Wow going to Bhutan will be lots of adventure!
Interesting idea looking for a Montblanc watch for this adventure! :) I would have thought you would bring your VC Overseas for this. The Timewalkers won't do with the 30m water resistance. You need one of the Sports model. Let me check out at a boutique ...
Never like to repeat an adventure Robin
I took the VC Overseas to 7000m in South America and it survived without problem, so time to challenge a new watch... ...
Good idea to challenge watches on adventure! :)
Hi Dean I dropped by the Montblanc boutique in Singapore today. Indeed the Sports chronograph is your best bet with a 200m water resistance. The Timerwalkers are all 30m only. The sports chronographs are 44mm but as they are very thick, they somehow feel ...
A quick thanks before I head out
Wonderful review of these watches, thanks Robin :-) Just leaving for a canoe trip, will return next week to continue the quest for the Montblanc adventure watch. Cheers,